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"Cargo Helper" For 1999 Ford Econoline 1/2-Ton Van
As a contract hauler for one of Oklahoma's major newspapers, I load and unload 120 bundles of papers weighing over 3,000 lbs. daily.
  To do so as efficiently and safely as possible, I designed and built this "Cargo Helper" for my 1999 Ford Econoline 1/2-ton van. It slides in and out so I can load and unload bundles without having to climb in and out of the van.
  There's a sliding hopper at both the side and rear door built out of 1/2-in. thick plywood held together by 2 by 4 bracing. Another sheet of plywood under each one is fitted with 1 by 4's I waxed super smooth so the carriers slide easily on them. The assemblies simply slide into the doors and rest on the floor.
  Saves a great deal of time and cost only $150 to build.
  Using only one carrier, the design could easily be adapted to a pickup bed.
  I'll make plans available if there's interest. (Johnnie Buttram, P.O. Box 442-A, Stigler, Okla. 74462; ph 918 967-8739)


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1999 - Volume #23, Issue #3